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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Cape May County, New Jersey

 
Clickable Map of Cape May County, New Jersey and Immediately Adjacent Jurisdictions image/svg+xml 2019-10-06 U.S. Census Bureau, Abe.suleiman; Lokal_Profil; HMdb.org; J.J.Prats/dc:title> https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Usa_counties_large.svg Cape May County, NJ (169) Atlantic County, NJ (280) Cumberland County, NJ (85) Kent County, DE (258) Sussex County, DE (463)  CapeMayCounty(169) Cape May County (169)  AtlanticCounty(280) Atlantic County (280)  CumberlandCounty(85) Cumberland County (85)  KentCountyDelaware(258) Kent County (258)  SussexCounty(463) Sussex County (463)
Cape May is the county seat for Cape May County
Adjacent to Cape May County, New Jersey
      Atlantic County (280)  
      Cumberland County (85)  
      Kent County, Delaware (258)  
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1 New Jersey, Cape May County, Avalon — Veterans PlazaAvalon, New Jersey
This memorial dedicated to those who served their country in the armed forces Avalon N J Sept 1949 Veteran's PlazaMap (db m97728) WM
2 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May — "The Visitor's Church"
This building erected by the Cape Island Presbyterian Church dedicated July 17, 1853. The congregation of the First Presbyterian Church moved to its present site at Decatur and Hughes Streets May 21, 1899. The Episcopal Church of the Advent . . . Map (db m209337) HM
3 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May — 611 Jefferson StreetCirca 1892
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior.Map (db m206390) HM
4 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May — 5 — Business DistrictCape May's African American Heritage
This area once contained the greatest number of African American owned businesses. In the 1920s, African Americans were 30% of Cape May's total population. Call to hear more about the business district.Map (db m209338) HM
5 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May — Cape May County Fishermans Memorial
Dedicated to fishermen lost at sea, 1988 He hushed the storm to a gentle breeze and the billows of the seas were stilled.Map (db m22001) HM
6 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May — City of Cape MayIncorporated 1857
The nation's oldest seashore resortMap (db m191034) HM
7 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May — City of Cape May, New Jersey
National Historic Landmark. Nation's oldest seashore resort. Proud Coast Guard community.Map (db m206388) HM
8 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May — 1 — Civic & Education CenterCape May's African American Heritage
This neighborhood was the social and educational hub for the African American community, which included segregated public schools and AME, Methodist, and Baptist churches. Call to hear about this street.Map (db m206395) HM
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9 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May — Edgar Arthur Draper1886 – 1956 — Physician in Cape May for 40 Years —
          Born in Philadelphia May 12, 1886. Graduated Central High School 1906. Same year entered University of Pennsylvania in pre-medical studies. Accepted in Medical School of this University in 1908. Received degree of Doctor of Medicine in . . . Map (db m46316) HM
10 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May — Edwin Joseph Hill, CMH1895 – 1941 — World War II Hero —
          Born Philadelphia, October 4, 1895, enlisted U.S. Navy 1912, served World War I U.S.S. Melville; later on U.S.S. Saratoga, Yorktown, Reina, Mercedes, New Mexico and Pennsylvania. Instructor in seamanship U.S. Naval Academy 1922-24. . . . Map (db m230320) HM
11 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May — Henry Washington Sawyer1830 – 1893 — Civil War Hero —
Born in Allentown, Pennsylvania May 16, 1830. Moved to Cape May (then Cape Island) in 1848 as carpenter and builder. In 1861 one of first enlisted from Cape May and assigned as 2nd Lt. of Special Guard at the capitol in Washington. Commissioned 2nd . . . Map (db m10812) HM
12 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May — Lt. Richard Wickes
In memory of Lt. Richard Wickes who died June 29, 1776 in an engagement near Cape May •       •       • Lt. Wickes was one of the first naval casualties of the American Revolution •       •       • Dedicated June 26, 1976 by Harry Snyder . . . Map (db m46259) HM
13 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May — Mr. and Mrs. Charles A. Swain
This flag and flag pole installation is dedicated to the memory of Mr. and Mrs. Charles A. Swain Founders Swain's Hardware Store 1896Map (db m209343) HM
14 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May — 7 — New Cape May HotelCape May's African American Heritage
This building is the last of five hotels that were owned by African Americans. Due to the practice of segregation, hotels operated specifically for African Americans. Call to hear more about this hotel and segregation.Map (db m209345) HM
15 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May — 2 — Notable African AmericansCape May's African American Heritage
On this street lived African Americans who were key figures in Cape May. Hattie Major lived in this house and operated a laundry business. Call to hear about her neighbors.Map (db m209332) HM
16 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May — 6 — Opera House & The Jackson St. USO ClubCape May's African American Heritage
Here once stood the Opera House, the cultural center for the African American community. During World War II it served as The Jackson Street USO Club for blacks. Call to hear about the events in this building.Map (db m209341) HM
17 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May — 4 — Opra Huff's Bakery, 1950sCape May's African American Heritage
Opra Huff operated her bakery out of this building. It is one of the few buildings that was not demolished during urban renewal in the 1960s. Call to hear more about this time period.Map (db m209335) HM
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18 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May — Original Fire Hydrant
In service Madison & Washington Sts. Circa 1875Map (db m206391) HM
19 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May — Our Lady Star of the Sea Church
Our Lady Star of the Sea Church - 1911 has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior (Old St. Mary)Map (db m191036) HM
20 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May — Roland E. White1900 - 1976 — Father of the Mall —
This attractive mall is dedicated to and named for the man whose vision, commitment, determination and extraordinary civic pride were to an immeasurable degree responsible for its completion in 1971. The Washington Street Mall, a priceless . . . Map (db m206387) HM
21 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May — S. S. Cape May
Ship’s Bell from S. S. Cape May Built 1943                  Retired 1969 Length 417’9”     Beam 60’ Draft 27’6”     Crew 49 Presented to the city by U. S. Maritime Administration in 1974 Served in European war zone in World War II Later served . . . Map (db m15600) HM
22 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May — 3 — Stephen Smith's Summer House, 1846Cape May's African American Heritage
Stephen Smith (1795-1873), a freed slave, was an abolitionist, industrialist, and philanthropist who played a key role in the Underground Railroad. Call to hear more about Rev. Smith and how his home was saved.Map (db m206397) HM
23 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May — The Cape May Meeting of the Joint Commission on Unity Memorial
In commemoration of the Cape May Meeting of the Joint Commission on Unity of the Northern and Southern Branches of Methodism in America held August 17-23, 1876 in which were taken the first significant steps toward the reunion of The . . . Map (db m191082) HM
24 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May — The Chalfonte Hotel1876
National Historic LandmarkMap (db m206386) HM
25 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May — The Cherry House
The Cherry House was built in 1849 by Lemuel Leaming, member of the pioneer Leaming family, noted for its development of Cape May County. In the late 1850s it was the home of James Mecray first burgess of Cape Island which in 1875 officially . . . Map (db m206389) HM
26 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May — The Franklin Street School
The Franklin Street School is a contributing building in the Cape May National Register Historic District for its significance to local African American history. Designed by Edwards and Green of Philadelphia and Camden in the Colonial . . . Map (db m206393) HM
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27 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May — The Space Shuttle Tree
On April 4, 1997, the Space Shuttle Columbia was launched from the Kennedy Space Center, Florida. The 4 day mission orbited the earth 63 times, traveling a total of 1.5 million miles. Astronaut Gregory Linteris, a New Jersey native, took . . . Map (db m191081) HM
28 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May — The Stephen Smith House
Built as a summer home in 1846 by Stephen Smith (1797?-1873) of Philadelphia. Afro-American businessman, philanthopist, clergyman, and abolitionist, Smith founded Cape May's A.M.E. Church.Map (db m206396) HM
29 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — All Shapes, Sizes and MaterialsAids to Navigation — Maritime History — Reported permanently removed
Primary seacoast lights were located to warn mariners of their proximity to land, the presence of navigational dangers, and to help set their course. By 1852, however, lighthouses and lightships often looked so much alike that it was difficult to . . . Map (db m114571) HM
30 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — All Veterans Memorial
This eternal flame honors not only the veterans of World War II of the Cape May area but also the area veterans who have nobly carried forth the torch of defending our nation.Map (db m209358) WM
31 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — Cape May County Airport
Formerly Naval Air Station Wildwood during World War II, the airport served as a base for dive bomber squadrons. Thirty-six airmen perished while training at this site from 1943 - 1945.Map (db m191062) HM
32 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — Cape May during World War II
From 1940 to 1945, Cape May was bustling with military activity. The Army, Navy and Coast Guard all had bases in the area. Throughout the war years, Cape May continued to operate as a coastal resort and promote itself to visitors. Tourism, however, . . . Map (db m34614) HM
33 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — Cold Spring Grange Hall
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the InteriorMap (db m191066) HM
34 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — Construction of Fire Control Tower No. 23
White Construction of New York was the contractor for this fire control tower. They used a “sliding form” or “slip form,” allowing for a continuous pour of concrete. In June of 1942, about fourteen piles were driven into the ground. Two wooden . . . Map (db m34978) HM
35 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — Ens. Harry V. Groome, Jr.Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum
Near this site May 23, 1945, Ens. Groome perished in the bay while on a Corsair training flight from Naval Air Station Wildwood.Map (db m34611) HM
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36 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — Fire Control Tower No. 23
This tower was built to house a sophisticated system for aiming the guns of Fort Miles. From Fire Control Towers along the coast, soldiers would determine the exact location of an enemy ship using the geometric principle of triangulation. Each of . . . Map (db m34616) HM
37 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — Fragile FlyersMonarch Butterfly Migration — Wildlife Migration —
September winds from the north and northwest gently push millions of migrating monarch butterflies (Danaus plexippus) to the Atlantic coast. Many are funneled southward through the Cape May peninsula. Thus begins the 2000-mile journey to . . . Map (db m43982) HM
38 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — Historic Cold Spring VillageWomen’s Heritage Trail
Historic Cold Spring Village is an outdoor living history museum that interprets farmwomen’s domestic life in the mid-19th century as part of its activities and exhibits. While men struggled to raise crops and care for animals on the small . . . Map (db m92378) HM
39 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — History of Coastal Defenses
During the late 18th century, the first coastal defenses built in the United States were earthen forts constructed on high points near important harbors. Soon thereafter, star-shaped stone forts were built in the years leading up to the War of 1812. . . . Map (db m34612) HM
40 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — In Memory1941 - 1945 — 🛡️ —
In memory of those who made the supreme sacrifice World War II William M. Costell • Harvey Franck • Lewis Garrison • Douglass Ginder • Charles Goodacre • Vernon B. Foster • Maurice C. Halbruner • Edward N. Hunter • John B. Kaighn, . . . Map (db m191080) WM
41 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — Landscape
The original landscape of this site was typical of the Cape May peninsula – hollies and red cedars interspersed with beach plums and native grasses. When the Army constructed these cylindrical towers, the original landscape was disturbed. The Army . . . Map (db m34980) HM
42 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — Lighthouse Keepers' Homes & Gardens
From the time the current lighthouse was built in 1859 to the time it was electrified around 1933, four keepers, their assistants, and their families lived and worked on this landscape by the sea. The keepers and their periods of service . . . Map (db m114569) HM
43 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — Maritime SentinelsAids to Navigation — Maritime History —
Primary seacoast lights were located to warn mariners of their proximity to land, areas of danger, and to help set the course. Sandy Hook and Navesink Twin Lights marked the entrance to New York Harbor. Cape May and Cape Henlopen Lighthouses . . . Map (db m206412) HM
44 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — Monomoy Lifesaving Boatcirca late 1800s - 1930s — Cape May Maritime Museum —
This boat represents an integral part of U.S. Lifesaving Service and U.S. Coast Guard history. It is a 26-foot lifesaving boat, "Monomoy" Class, circa 1800s-1930s. This class of rescue boat originated in New England and was regularly used in Cape . . . Map (db m206415) HM
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45 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — Oil House Reported damaged
This structure was built in 1893 to house the kerosene used to power the light. Until 1893, the Lighthouse’s oil was stored in the vestibule house at the entrance to the tower. Moving it to a separate building reduced the risk of fire in the . . . Map (db m114573) HM
46 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — Oil House
This structure was built in 1893 to house the kerosene used to power the light. Lighthouses were generally powered by Sperm Whale oil until its price rose dramatically in the 1850s. In the mid-1870s, kerosene, which was less expensive than . . . Map (db m206416) HM
47 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — 10 — Pitch PineBradner's Run Nature Trail, Cape May, NJ — Historic Cold Spring Village —
Pitch Pine (Pinus rigida) is the dominant tree of the New Jersey Pine Barrens and was a major source of pitch and timber used in ship building. It was also used for railroad ties due to its high resin content which preserves it from decay. Pitch . . . Map (db m191072) HM
48 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — 16 — Red MulberryBradner's Run Nature Trail, Cape May, NJ — Historic Cold Spring Village —
Red Mulberry (Morus rubra): Native Americans used the fruits fresh for beverages, breads, cakes, dumplings and preserves. Dried fruits are mixed with animal fat for pemmican (a paste of dried and pounded meat mixed with melted fat and other . . . Map (db m191076) HM
49 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — S.S. Atlantus
Remains of experimental concrete ship. One of twelve built during World War 1. Proven impractical after several Trans-Atlantic trips because of weight. In 1926, the Atlantus was purchased by Colonel Jesse Rosenfeld to be used as a ferry dock in . . . Map (db m34608) HM
50 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — 14 — Southern ArrowwoodBradner's Run Nature Trail, Cape May, NJ — Historic Cold Spring Village —
Southern Arrowwood (Viburnum dentatum) is abundant in Cape May County woodlands. Native Americans used the long, sinuous stems as a natural toothbrush and the wood for its straight arrow shafts. Attracts Eastern Bluebird, Northern Flicker, Gray . . . Map (db m191074) HM
51 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — 4 — Southern Red Oak
This large Southern Red Oak tree is known for its turkey foot shaped leaves. The woodlands of Bradner's Run host a variety of oaks. Oak trees offer a wide variety of natural and cultural resource benefits. The acorns are an important food source to . . . Map (db m191070) HM
52 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — 11 — Sweetbay MagnoliaBradner's Run Nature Trail, Cape May, NJ — Historic Cold Spring Village —
Sweetbay Magnolia (Magnolia virginiana), also known as Swamp Magnolia, was a plant prized by early settlers and sent back to Europe as early as 1688. Its mild lemony-scented flowers bloom continuously from spring through summer. Magnolia seeds ripen . . . Map (db m191073) HM
53 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — The abrupt end of Fort Miles
The Army started dismantling Fort Miles before it was even finished – not in the face of enemy invasion but because advances in warfare made it instantly obsolete. In fact, as early as 1943, construction of the entire nationwide Harbor Defense . . . Map (db m34976) HM
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54 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — The Cape May Lighthouse
Construction of the Cape May Lighthouse is being supported in part by a National Maritime Heritage grant administered by the National Park Service, Department of the Interior. This lighthouse was built in 1859 by the Army Corps of Engineers, . . . Map (db m206417) HM
55 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — The Construction of Fort Miles
As war clouds gathered in the late 1930s, the Army started building massive fortifications at the entrance to the Delaware River and Bay. Called Fort Miles, the main batteries and headquarters were at Cape Henlopen, Delaware, near the main . . . Map (db m39716) HM
56 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — The South Cape May Meadows Restoration
What Happened in South Cape May? From the mid-1800s to the 1940s, South Cape may was a quaint vacation town complete with hotels, bathhouses, a railroad and a popular beach. Over time, storms took a heavy toll on the town and the . . . Map (db m209365) HM
57 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — The Top of the Fire Tower
At the top of the Fire Tower are the slits for the observation level and the rooftop platform. As it was being designed, there was debate about whether the Cape May tower should have one, two or three observation levels. In March 23, 1942, it was . . . Map (db m34979) HM
58 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — 1 — Tulip PoplarBradner's Run Nature Trail, Cape May, NJ — Historic Cold Spring Village —
This large double trunk Tulip Poplar (Liriodendron tulipifera) produces tulip shaped flowers that are large, brilliant, and numerous. Their color is greenish yellow with dashes of red and orange. The flower's red base guides bees to the flower's . . . Map (db m191067) HM
59 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — Welcome to the Cape May Lighthouse Reported permanently removed
For some 180 years, a lighthouse beacon has stood here at the southern tip of New Jersey, guarding the entrance to Delaware Bay. The present tower was constructed in 1859. Standing 157½ feet tall, it is the third lighthouse on this site, . . . Map (db m114572) HM
60 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — Welcome to the Cape May Lighthouse
For almost two centuries, a lighthouse beacon has stood here at the southern tip of New Jersey, guarding the entrance to the Delaware Bay. The present tower was constructed in 1859. Standing 157½ feet tall, it is the third lighthouse on this . . . Map (db m206413) HM
61 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — Welcome to the Nature Trail at Bradner's RunBradner's Run Nature Trail, Cape May, NJ
Bradner's Run is a freshwater stream which runs along the southern edge of Historic Cold Spring Village. It travels under the Garden State Parkway and then meets the salt marsh of the intracoastal waterway. It is named for John Bradner, first . . . Map (db m191078) HM
62 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May, Lower Township — Welcome to the Nature Trail at Bradner's TrailBradner's Run Nature Trail, Cape May, NJ
Bradner's Run is a freshwater stream which runs along the southern edge of Historic Cold Spring Village. It travels under the Garden State Parkway and then meets the salt marsh of the intracoastal waterway. It is named for John Bradner, first . . . Map (db m191071) HM
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63 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May Point — St. Peter’s by the SeaEpiscopal Church
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the InteriorMap (db m21985) HM
64 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May Point — What is it?Cape May Point State Park
This WWII bunker served as a gun emplacement and the round turrets on either side held 6-inch guns. The horseshoe-shaped structures, which can be seen out in front at low tide, are Panama mounts. They were built in 1941, prior to the construction . . . Map (db m21980) HM
65 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May Point, Lower Township — Bats on the MoveBat Migration — Wildlife Migration —
From April to October, New Jersey’s bats feed almost exclusively on nocturnal insects, eliminating thousands of mosquitoes and flying pests each night. But when winter comes, most bats migrate to find alternative food sources or hibernation roosts. . . . Map (db m43974) HM
66 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May Point, Lower Township — Flipper and FriendsWhale & Dolphin Migration — Wildlife Migration —
Whales and dolphins, known collectively as cetaceans, visit New Jersey’s coastal waters and the Delaware Estuary during the warmer months. Their migratory movements may be a reflection of the changing locations of their prey: fish, crustaceans, . . . Map (db m43975) HM
67 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May Point, Lower Township — Longshore Sediment MovementCape May Point State Park — Coastal Habitats —
Most shore bathers soon realize the back-and-forth motion of the waves breaking on the shore not only stirs the sand but also persistently carries them along the beach. This unseen force is called a "longshore" or "littoral" current. In general, . . . Map (db m206418) HM
68 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May Point, Lower Township — Ridges, Rivers and CoastlinesRaptor Migration — Wildlife Migration —
Coastlines, rivers, and systems of mountain ridges provide geographic guides for the fall raptor migration in the northeast. This results in concentrations along certain routes and usually provides exceptional viewing opportunities in places like . . . Map (db m44000) HM
69 New Jersey, Cape May County, Cape May Point, Lower Township — Swarms of DragonfliesDragonfly Migration — Wildlife Migration —
On one recent September day, over 400,000 dragonflies swarmed Cape May. Migrating dragonflies may form swarms between late July and the middle of October, and most often during September. These harmless insects become more concentrated at . . . Map (db m43979) HM
70 New Jersey, Cape May County, Dennis — Eldora Nature PreserveDelaware Bayshores Program — Established in 1982 —
Welcome to the Preserve’s self-guided nature trail. Why is this land special? Situated on the southern edge of New Jersey’s pine barrens, Eldora Nature Preserve is the site of The Nature Conservancy’s first preserve established expressly for . . . Map (db m64312) HM
71 New Jersey, Cape May County, Dennis — In the Still of the NightOwl Migration — Wildlife Migration —
Utterly undetectable, saw-whet owls, long-eared owls, and barn owls utilize New Jersey’s coast as a migration path throughout October and November. Cape May is a popular place for them to rest before crossing the Delaware Bay. During the day, the . . . Map (db m64314) HM
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72 New Jersey, Cape May County, Lower Township — Atlantic City Railroad - Cape May Division
The Cape May Division of the Atlantic City (Philadelphia & Reading) Railroad ran from Winslow Junction to Cape May City with branches to Ocean City, Sea Isle City, Stone Harbor, and Wildwood. This railroad was initially instrumental in the . . . Map (db m114600) HM
73 New Jersey, Cape May County, Lower Township — Dedicated to Lt. Richard Wickes
Mortally wounded June 29 1776 in the cause of American freedom at the Battle of Turtle Gut InletMap (db m101839) HM WM
74 New Jersey, Cape May County, Lower Township — Shorebirds GaloreShorebird Migration — Wildlife Migration —
Each spring, the Delaware Bay shore is inundated with hundreds of thousands of shorebirds migrating north from Central and South America. For many of them, this is the final rest stop before continuing to their Arctic breeding grounds. Shorebirds . . . Map (db m43986) HM
75 New Jersey, Cape May County, Lower Township — The Bunker Story
The Bunker or Gun Emplacement was built in 1942 during World War II by the Sea-bees as part of the “Harbor Defense Program”. When completed it was on ground and sat 900 feet (three football fields) inland from the ocean. Severe erosion . . . Map (db m94385) WM
76 New Jersey, Cape May County, Lower Township — What Is It?The Bunker Reported permanently removed
This bunker or gun emplacement was built in 1942. The round turrets on either side held 6 inch guns. The horseshoe shaped structures which can be seen out in front of low tide are Panama mounts. These were built in July 1941 prior to the . . . Map (db m149205) HM
77 New Jersey, Cape May County, Lower Township, North Cape May — Town Bank
New England and Long Island Whalemen first settled Cape May on the Delaware Bay Shore about 1685. To the sandy bluff called Town Bank came Joseph Willdin and his wife, Hannah Gorham, grandchild of John Howland, the Mayflower Pilgrim.Map (db m209367) HM
78 New Jersey, Cape May County, Lower Township, Rio Grande — Ens. Andrew P. Hamilton
Near this site March 30, 1945 Ens. Hamilton perished while on a Corsair training flight at Naval Air Station WildwoodMap (db m191065) HM
79 New Jersey, Cape May County, Lower Township, Rio Grande — Ens. Leonard R. Volpi
Near this site July 6, 1945 Ens. Volpi perished while on a Corsair training flight at Naval Air Station WildwoodMap (db m191064) HM
80 New Jersey, Cape May County, Lower Township, Rio Grande — Vietnam Veterans Memorial🇺🇸
Raymond P. Ellis - Mayville • Margin G. Tozour - USA - Mayville - 1968 • William C. Lamon, Jr. - USMC - North Cape May - 1967 • Bruce Ruppert Heil - North Wildwood - 1971 • Bernard J. Moran, Jr. - USMC - North Wildwood - 1971 • William . . . Map (db m191063) WM
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81 New Jersey, Cape May County, Marmora — Rebecca and Sarah StillwellWomen’s Heritage Trail
According to local legend, during the Revolutionary War, Rebecca Stillwell Willetts looked out into the Great Egg Harbor Bay from Golden’s Point (now called Beesley’s Point). Looking through her father’s spyglass, she saw that a British sloop had . . . Map (db m92392) WM
82 New Jersey, Cape May County, Middle Township, Cape May Court House — American BisonBison bison
Characteristics: The bison has a long shaggy brownish black hair on its head, shoulders, neck and forelegs. The rest of the body is covered in shorter lighter hair. The head has a shaggy beard and a broad forehead with upturned horns. In the . . . Map (db m191001) HM
83 New Jersey, Cape May County, Middle Township, Cape May Court House — American Bison ConservationAmerican Bison (Bison bison)
The American Bison was once thought to number 30-60 million animals, and ranged throughout North America from Alaska to Mexico. By the late 19th century, the Bison population was ravaged by commercial hunters, frontiersman, soldiers and ranchers. . . . Map (db m190998) HM
84 New Jersey, Cape May County, Middle Township, Cape May Court House — Ankole-WatusiBos taurus
Characteristics: The Ankole-Watusi is a domestic species of cattle native to Africa. This breed has been traced back for more than 6000 years! It has played an important role in the existence of many ancient and modern African tribes. Used . . . Map (db m209371) HM
85 New Jersey, Cape May County, Middle Township, Cape May Court House — Bald EagleHaliaeetus leucocephalus
Characteristics: The Bald Eagle is a large North American raptor that is the national bird and a symbol of the United States of America. The body is colored brown and has a distinctive white head and yellow eyes. Both males and females are . . . Map (db m190980) HM
86 New Jersey, Cape May County, Middle Township, Cape May Court House — Barred OwlStrix varia
Characteristics: The Barred Owl is a large North American Owl with a round head and dark eyes. They are named for the pattern on their plumage which is a cream color with brown barring. This color pattern allows the Barred Owl to roos in . . . Map (db m191055) HM
87 New Jersey, Cape May County, Middle Township, Cape May Court House — Bongo Repatriation Project
The Cape May County Zoo is proud to be part of the mountain bongo repatriation project. 1967 - The Mount Kenya Game Ranch (MKGR) was founded by William Holden, Julian McKeand and Don and Iris Hunt. 1970 - With the bongo . . . Map (db m190964) HM
88 New Jersey, Cape May County, Middle Township, Cape May Court House — Camelids
The Family Camelidae include very unique species. This family includes Camels, Llamas and Alpacas. New World Camelids Llamas & Alpacas are known as New World Camelids. Llamas were domesticated form the wild Guanaco more than 7000 . . . Map (db m190990) HM
89 New Jersey, Cape May County, Middle Township, Cape May Court House — Cape May Revolutionary Patriot Memorial
This tablet is dedicated by the Cape May Patriots Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution to the memory of the Cape May patriots who fought in the War of the American Revolution 1775-1783, those who were members of the Provincial Congress or . . . Map (db m103888) WM
90 New Jersey, Cape May County, Middle Township, Cape May Court House — Common MarmosetCallithrix jacchus
Characteristics: This small primate has smoky grey fur, black and grey banded tail and characteristic white tufts of hair that surrounds the ear They commonly live in groups of 2 to 12 individuals. The common marmoset can spend up to 70% of . . . Map (db m191007) HM
91 New Jersey, Cape May County, Middle Township, Cape May Court House — County Seat
Settled by Shamgar Hand 1690. “Middletown” became Cape May Court House. First County building, 1745; this structure, 1849.Map (db m103892) HM
92 New Jersey, Cape May County, Middle Township, Cape May Court House — De Brazza's MonkeyCercopithecus neglectus
Characteristics: The De Brazza's Monkey is medium-bodied primate native to Central Africa. They have a distinctive white mustache and beard. Their bodies are olive gray and they have a reddish-brown crest n their forehead. They are a sexually . . . Map (db m190973) HM
93 New Jersey, Cape May County, Middle Township, Cape May Court House — Eastern Tiger Salamanders in New Jersey
The Eastern Tiger Salamanders presence here in New Jersey is trouble. Once prevalent in many areas of the state, habitat destruction and barriers such as roads and housing developments between ponds had led to genetic isolation of small groups. They . . . Map (db m209372) HM
94 New Jersey, Cape May County, Middle Township, Cape May Court House — Elk (Wapiti)Cervus canadensis
Characteristics: Early pioneers in North America named this large member of the deer family the Elk, because it closely resembled that of the European Elk. Genetically speaking it is not very closely related to the European elk and is more . . . Map (db m190989) HM
95 New Jersey, Cape May County, Middle Township, Cape May Court House — Emperor TamarinSaguinus imperator
Characteristics: These small New World Monkeys are identified by their distinctive white mustache which was thought to resemble that of Emperor Wilhelm III of Germany. These small primates weigh about one pound and have speckled brown hair . . . Map (db m209370) HM
96 New Jersey, Cape May County, Middle Township, Cape May Court House — Headstart Program
Because of the precarious status of their population in New Jersey, the Cape May County Zoo working with the New Jersey Division of Fish & Wildlife and Montclair State University designed a project aimed at reestablishing the salamander back into . . . Map (db m209374) HM
97 New Jersey, Cape May County, Middle Township, Cape May Court House — Historic Cape May County Court House
The Cape May County Court House was completed on this site in 1850 by local master builder/architect, Daniel Hand. Shamgar Hand, his ancestor, had settled on this same site in 1695. Cape May Court House has been the County seat since . . . Map (db m103865) HM
98 New Jersey, Cape May County, Middle Township, Cape May Court House — Mara's JourneyBorn: June 1, 2002 Parents: Emma and Kruger
August 31, 2003 Mara began preliminary testing here at the Cape May County Zoo to prepare for her journey. Mara at the age of 14 months began her trip on September 29, 2003. She was transfered to White Oak Conservation Center in Florida for . . . Map (db m190943) HM
99 New Jersey, Cape May County, Middle Township, Cape May Court House — Numar
Our original lion Paving the way for future generations 1976 - 2011Map (db m209369) HM
100 New Jersey, Cape May County, Middle Township, Cape May Court House — OstrichStruthio camelus
Characteristics: The Ostrich is the world's largest bird. They exhibit sexual dimorphism with the males having red necks and black body plumage with white wing tips and tail. The females are a diffuse grayish brown color. Ostriches cannot . . . Map (db m191033) HM

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